auto-paper-improvement-loop

Run two review-fix-recompile rounds on LaTeX manuscripts and PDFs.

Updated Apr 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research --skill auto-paper-improvement-loop-jkfee
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: auto-paper-improvement-loop
Source: https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research/tree/main/skills/auto-paper-improvement-loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research --skill auto-paper-improvement-loop-jkfee

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill autonomously improves a compiled academic paper through two rounds of external reviewer guidance, implementing fixes, and recompile steps to enhance clarity, rigor, and presentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-round autonomous review loop: Runs two cycles of review → fix → recompile to tighten arguments, address inconsistencies, and improve formatting.
  • Stateful workflow with logs: Persists progress in a structured log file and can resume after interruptions, ensuring reproducibility.
  • Reviewer independence & fresh context: Enforces fresh reviewer threads per round to avoid carryover bias and maintain objective assessment.
  • LaTeX source & PDF handling: Operates on both the LaTeX sources and the compiled PDF to align content with presentation.
  • Human checkpoint option: Optionally pauses between rounds for user guidance or approval.

Quick Start

Provide the paper directory (including paper/main.tex and paper/main.pdf) and start the auto paper improvement loop to perform two rounds of review and fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about auto-paper-improvement-loop

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate LaTeX paper proofreading and iterative improvements?

Automate iterative paper improvement by running an autonomous two-round workflow that reviews the compiled LaTeX manuscript, generates fixes, and rebuilds the PDF. This loop operates on your paper directory to tighten arguments and address inconsistencies.

What is an autonomous paper-improvement loop and how does it work?

An autonomous paper-improvement loop runs two cycles of review, fix, and recompile on a compiled academic manuscript. It enforces reviewer independence by using fresh review threads per round to avoid carryover bias and maintain objective assessment.

How do I start the automated academic writing review process?

Start the automated academic writing review by providing a paper directory containing paper/main.tex and paper/main.pdf. The workflow then initiates the first review round, implements fixes, and recompiles the LaTeX sources automatically.

Can I pause the workflow for human approval between review rounds?

Yes, you can pause the workflow for human approval using the optional human checkpoint feature. This allows you to provide user guidance or approve changes before the automated paper-improvement loop proceeds to subsequent rounds.

Does the workflow persist state for recovery during paper improvement?

Yes, the workflow persists state for recovery by logging progress to PAPER_IMPROVEMENT_LOG.md. This structured log file ensures reproducibility and allows the automated review loop to resume after interruptions.